Dell LATITUDE D620 User Manual

Dell Latitude D620 User's Guide
Dell Latitude D620 User's Guide
Finding Information System Setup Program
About Your Computer Reinstalling Software
Using a Battery Adding and Replacing Parts
Using the Keyboard
Dell QuickSet Features
Using the Display Traveling With Your Computer
Using Multimedia Getting Help
Using a Network Specifications
Using Cards Appendix
Securing Your Computer Glossary
Troubleshooting
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Notes, Notices, and Cautions
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Dell LATITUDE D620 Specifications

General

Operating System	Windows XP Professional
Hard Drive Interface	SATA
Display	14.1 inch
RAM	Up to 4GB DDR2
Storage	Up to 160GB HDD
Graphics	Intel GMA 950
Chipset	Intel 945GM Express
Screen Resolution	1280x800 (WXGA)
Optical Drive	DVD-ROM or DVD+/-RW
Battery	6-cell or 9-cell Lithium-Ion
Ports	4 x USB 2.0, VGA, LAN, modem, headphone, microphone
Wireless	Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG
Processor	Intel Core Duo or Core 2 Duo

Summary

System Setup Program

Overview

Explains the purpose and use of system setup.

Changing the Boot Sequence

Instructions on altering the system's boot order.

Enabling the Infrared Sensor

How to activate the infrared sensor feature.

About Your Computer

Front View

Identifies components visible from the front of the computer.

Left Side View

Identifies components on the left side of the computer.

Right Side View

Identifies components on the right side of the computer.

Back View

Identifies components on the back of the computer.

Bottom View

Identifies components on the bottom of the computer.

Reinstalling Software

Identifying Drivers

Steps to find out if a driver is causing issues.

Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities

Procedure to install drivers and utilities from the CD.

Using the Operating System CD

Instructions for reinstalling the OS using the CD.

Using a Battery

Battery Performance

Information on how battery life is affected by usage.

Conserving Battery Power

Tips and actions to extend battery life.

Replacing the Battery

Step-by-step guide for replacing the battery.

Adding and Replacing Parts

Before You Begin

Prerequisites and safety information before handling components.

Keyboard

Steps for removing and replacing the computer keyboard.

Memory

Instructions for installing or replacing memory modules.

Hard Drive

Guide for removing and installing the computer's hard drive.

Using the Keyboard

Numeric Keypad

Explanation of the keyboard's numeric keypad functionality.

Key Combinations

Lists useful keyboard shortcuts and their functions.

Touch Pad

Details on using and customizing the touch pad.

Using the Display

Adjusting Brightness

How to change the screen brightness using keyboard shortcuts.

Switching the Video Image

Steps to switch between internal and external displays.

Setting Display Resolution and Refresh Rate

Guide to adjusting screen resolution and refresh settings.

Getting Help

Obtaining Assistance

Guides on how to get technical support.

Contacting Dell

Provides contact information for Dell support services.

Troubleshooting

Dell Diagnostics

Instructions for running diagnostic tests on computer hardware.

Error Messages

Explains common error messages and their solutions.

Power Problems

Guidance on resolving issues with the computer's power supply and battery.